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    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    I enjoyed the experience greatly! :)
    Anna

    September 8, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    It was a unique experience. Everything was perfect. Our teacher Aleyna was very calm and explained everything very well. She was near us at every step talking about the workshop and also about us. I recommend this experience to everyone.
    Andrei

    Romania

    September 8, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    Amena, trato agradable, aprendiendo a hacer café estilo turco, objetivo cumplido.
    Luisa

    Spain

    September 7, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    Eine wunderschöne und inspirierende Veranstaltung. Erfrischend anders bei den so vielen Verkaufsveranstaltungen. Der Workshop war eines der Highlights unserer Istanbulreise und auch der Stadtteil Üsküdar lädt bei den zig Cafés zum Bummeln und Verweilen ein. Absolute Empfehlung!!!
    Dr.

    Germany

    September 7, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    It was just amazing! Our Gide was incredible
    Jonathan

    Germany

    September 6, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    Great experience!!
    Hamzah

    September 6, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    Activité intéressante et qui demande un peu d'habilité
    Antoine

    France

    September 5, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    My friend and I loved this experience with Aleyna. She helped explain how to assemble the lamps. It was a homey vibe with Turkish coffee and sweets. It was at a good pace and we’re happy to have kept the end products.
    Huan

    September 4, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    It was amazing! We had Benjamin and he was so much fun, and had so much information about the history of coffee. He also made it really fun for us! Loved it and would 100% recommend it to everyone!
    Fareen

    Australia

    September 4, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    super fun and definitely worth it - i don’t know if it’s mentioned already but you get unlimited tea/coffee as well :)
    Michelle

    September 3, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    I had a great time with my instructor Aleyna. She was patient with me and even made suggestions on how to make my designs even better. She was not pushy and understood the evolving creative process. By the end I had a lovely enchanting lamp. On top of all that, Aleyna was like a local guide, recommending awesome spots to visit on the Asian side of Istanbul. She even threw in some fascinating tidbits about Turkish culture. Learning from her was an unforgettable experience, and I'm grateful for all the knowledge, coffee, and good vibes she shared.Great value overall!
    Serena

    September 3, 2023

    Turkish Illumination Art Workshop

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    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    Highly recommend this experience! It was a highlight of our trip for my friend and I. The experience was a nice friendly vibe. It was informative and interesting of Turkish coffee. It was hands on and accompanied by a friendly yet cute friend, Alex, the grey Scottish fold cat 🐈. Bunyamin is helpful and gave tips on everything! 10/10
    Huan

    September 2, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    Очень интересно и познавательно. Спасибо огромное Бенджамину за отлично проведённое время!
    Анна

    September 1, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    This is a must do in Istanbul! It was super relaxing and you get to take home a true gift and memory! The value is amazing as well!
    Sheena

    September 1, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    Wow! Das war eine tolle Erfahrung und eine schöne Erinnerung an unseren Istanbul Urlaub. Aziz hat uns sehr gut angeleitet und die ganze Gruppe konnte schöne Lampen basteln.
    Finn

    September 1, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    Great experience
    Elena

    United Arab Emirates

    August 31, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    We met at a convenient location and then they escorted us to the workshop. Travel was paid for so we didn’t need to worry. Got to experience the underground system. The workshop was a hybrid cafe. We were given drinks too. Given clear instructions on what to do and expect. Very relaxing, enjoyable experience. Would highly recommended anyone to do if they are visiting Istanbul and have an interest in arts and crafts.
    Sayeeda

    United Kingdom

    August 31, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    c’était une superbe expérience la guide adorable les chats aussi !!
    Elodie

    France

    August 30, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    We loved it! An amazing experience, definitely recommend it, one of the best experiences in Istanbul 😍😍😍
    Targol

    Turkey

    August 30, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    To bylo ciekawe doświadczenie 🥰 duzo zabawy. Przemiła atmosfera. Mogłam znowu poczuć się jak dziecko probując wykrztusić z siebie więcej wyobraźni i kreatywności w stworzeniu własnej, wyjątkowej lampki 🥰
    Irena

    Poland

    August 30, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    Lovely time. Bünyamin was a wonderful guide and very informative. Amazing coffee and service
    Nasarin

    United States

    August 29, 2023

    Traditional Turkish Calligraphy Workshop

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    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    Great class very informative.. Benjamin was very patient and very informative…loved loved loved every one should take this 🥰🥰🥰 thanks Benjamin 👏👏👏
    Yuvitkza

    United States

    August 28, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    This was so much fun! The storytelling behind the coffee, the making of and the fortune telling afterwards was absolutely interesting, hilarious and the little gift afterwards was such a lovably personal touch. Bünyamin made the entire group feel like good friends, the bonding was really nice and his care for others was just amazing. We loved our experience and highly recommend it!
    Rem

    August 28, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    The activity was very well prepared, all staff nice and friendly and the location very convenient. Making this lamp made my stay in Istanbul even more enjoyable!
    Samuele

    Belgium

    August 28, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    Fantastic experience, host was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, great value for money, and is a must do activity if you want to get closer to Turkish culture
    Amy

    August 27, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    Host was helpful, giving assistance, patient and nice, thank you for this experience
    Traveler

    Indonesia

    August 27, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    Bünyamin ist ein fantastischer Kursleiter. Der Workshop ist sehr persönlich, witzig, kurzweilig und unterhaltsam! Wir haben viel über die türkische Kaffeekultur gelernt und können jetzt unseren eigenen türkischen Kaffee zubereiten. Eine der schönsten Dinge die man in Istanbul unternehmen kann!
    Daniel

    Germany

    August 26, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    Thanks for the very smooth communication from Bunjamin and the friendly help from Aleyna during the workshop. Everyone in my group thought it was a great experience and are so proud of their lamps!
    Amanda

    August 26, 2023

    Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop review

    a very nice experience, I did with my bf. I brought back a nice Turkish lamp to France ^^ and I'm now using it.
    Thao

    August 26, 2023

    Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop review

    Benjamin is very kind and fun. He is a great storyteller, the workshop was a fun and entertaining lesson about the story of Turkish coffee. We made our own coffee and learnt different methods. Then there was the fortune telling session, super fun! In the end we spent some more time with the other workshop guests and Benjamin enjoying a tea with them. Super recommend!!
    Sara

    August 26, 2023
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    Are you the original Istanbul Workshops?

    Yes, you are on the right page. We are the first brand under this name in Turkey. Our trademark is on file. The studio is in Üsküdar in Istanbul. Phone: +90 533 167 62 71. Site: istanbulworkshops.com.

    Do you give a certificate of completion?

    Yes, on request. At the end of the session we print a simple sheet with your name, the craft, and the guide's signature. No fee; just ask before the workshop ends. Guests often add it to their trip keepsake set.

    How do I contact Istanbul Workshops?

    The fast way to reach us is the contact form on our site. We reply in one work day. We also run a phone line. The line is open in studio hours. We help in English and Turkish on both routes.

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